Spotprent met het herstel van de politieke rust, 1868 1867

This 1867 lithograph by Dutch artist Johan Michaël Schmidt Crans, titled *Spotprent met het herstel van de politieke rust, 1868*, is a satirical depiction of the restoration of political stability in the Netherlands following a period of unrest. The image depicts a woman, likely symbolizing the nation, standing in a garden with a clear sky and a small tree growing in the foreground. The woman's relaxed posture and the peaceful setting symbolize a return to tranquility and growth after a period of turbulence. This artwork offers a glimpse into the socio-political landscape of 19th-century Netherlands through the lens of satirical art.